Lortab is a combination of acetaminophen (or Tylenol) and
hydrocodone – an opoid pain reliever. It is most often prescribed for
moderate to severe pain.
 Lortab has been classified by the US Drug Enforcement Administration as a Schedule III narcotic. Schedule III drugs are classified by the U.S. government as potentially causing moderate or low physical addiction or a high psychological addiction if abused.
Other brand names that identify the same pain-killer are: Dolorex Forte, Hycet, Liquicet, Lorcet Plus, Maxidone, Norco, Stagesic, Vicodin, Xodol, Zydone
Lortab Side Effects
Lortab can cause severe side effects such as shallow breathing, slowed heart rate, fainting or light-headedness, confusion or fear, unusual thoughts or behavior, seizure, sedation, urination problems or dark urination, nausea or stomach pain, vomiting, jaundice and, even when used for only a short time, dependence.
Less serious side effects include feelings of anxiety, dizziness, blurred vision, headache, erratic mood changes, constipation or dry mouth.
Signs of Overdose
Overdose symptoms can include extreme drowsiness, sweating, pinpoint pupils, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, jaundice, confusion, cold and clammy skin, muscle weakness, unconsciousness, weak pulse, slow heart rate, coma, blue lips, shallow or no breathing, hallucination, coma or death.
Short and Long Term Effects
Because Lortab can result in addiction after even a short period of use, withdrawal symptoms are possible when one attempts to cease using the drug. Withdrawal symptoms can include: restlessness or insomnia, muscle and bone pain, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting, cold flashes, heart palpitations, hallucinations, vision problems, confusion, panic, muscle spasms, sweating and more.
Other long term effects of Lortab use include liver damage, neurological damage and respiratory issues.
Withdrawal symptoms can be very difficult to bear. If you are having trouble getting off Lortab, there’s no need to go at it alone. Let us help, contact Narconon today.
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